Dell Inspiron 7500, System Reference Manual

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8. Remove the memory module and video card covers (see Figure 6).
Slide each cover as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow, and then remove the cover.
Figure 6. Memory Module and Video Card Covers
To replace a cover, place it over the opening, leaving a small gap along the rounded edge, and then slide the cover toward the outside
of the computer until it snaps into place.
9. Remove the memory modules (see Figure 7).
Carefully spread apart the inner metal tabs of the memory module socket to disengage the module from the socket. The module should pop
up slightly. Then pull the memory module out of the socket
.
Figure 7. Memory Modules
10. Remove the video card (see Figure 8).
Remove the two 3-mm screws securing the video card. Gently pull the video card off of the connectors on the bottom of the system
board by lifting it at the notches located between the screws. Do not rock the card to remove it because this may damage the
connectors.
Inspect the two thermal pads on the bottom of the system board and replace them if necessary.
Figure 8. Video Card Removal
3 Captive screws (2)
1 Video card cover
2 Memory module cover
1 Slot 1
2 Memory module
3 Slot 2